Life Insurance Agent

Maverick Insurance is seeking motivated individuals to join our Knoxville office as a Life Insurance Agent.

Our agents help individuals and families evaluate life insurance options designed to meet their financial protection needs. No previous insurance experience is required. Qualified candidates receive structured onboarding, training resources, coaching, and assistance navigating the licensing process.

This is an in-office, commission-based independent-contractor opportunity. It is best suited for individuals who are self-motivated, comfortable working in a performance-driven environment, and interested in building a long-term career in insurance sales.

What You’ll Do

- Speak with prospective clients who have expressed interest in insurance information

- Evaluate clients’ needs, goals, budgets, and existing coverage

- Explain available life insurance products and coverage options

- Help clients complete insurance applications accurately

- Maintain consistent communication and follow-up with prospective clients

- Participate in training, coaching, and professional-development sessions

- Maintain accurate client and application records

- Follow all applicable insurance regulations, carrier guidelines, and company procedures

Qualifications

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Professional, dependable, and coachable

- Comfortable speaking with clients by phone and in person

- Able to work independently while following a structured daily schedule

- Motivated by performance-based compensation

- Basic computer and organizational skills

- Ability to obtain and maintain required state insurance licensing

- Previous sales or customer-service experience is helpful but not required

Why People Join Maverick Insured

- Inbound lead opportunities with no traditional cold calling

- Structured onboarding and training resources

- Ongoing coaching and professional development

- Access to multiple insurance carriers and product options

- Opportunities for increased responsibility and leadership based on performance

- Full-time professional office environment

- No regularly scheduled nights or weekends

- Major holidays off

Compensation

- Commission-based compensation

- Earnings vary based on individual production, effort, and performance

- Successful agents may earn $60,000–$80,000+ annually

- Additional earning potential may be available based on production and advancement

- This position does not provide a guaranteed salary or hourly wage

Candidates should understand that this is a performance-based sales opportunity and that individual results are not guaranteed.

Licensing

Life insurance licensing is required prior to selling insurance products. Licensing assistance and training resources are available for qualified candidates.

Candidates who are not currently licensed must successfully complete all applicable pre-licensing education, examination, background-check, and state-licensing requirements before conducting insurance sales activities.

Any applicable licensing or professional expenses will be provided by Maverick Insurance.

Independent-Contractor Classification

This opportunity is structured as a 1099 independent-contractor position, not a traditional W-2 employment position.

Independent contractors are responsible for managing their own taxes and business-related obligations. Benefits commonly associated with W-2 employment, including employer-sponsored health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits, are not provided.

About Maverick Insured

Maverick Insured is a life insurance brokerage serving clients through a variety of insurance carriers and products. The company utilizes centralized recruiting, training, and operational support resources as part of its onboarding process.

Our focus is helping clients understand their insurance options while providing representatives with the education, tools, and professional environment necessary to develop their skills.

Job Type: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $60,000–$80,000+ per year

Expected Schedule: Monday through Friday

Work Location: In person — Knoxville, Tennessee